UNC-Wilmington GSA

Coordinated by DEI chair LaTisha London, the Graduate Student Association presented a QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) su***de prevention training session for graduate students in collaboration with the Counseling Center.

We were able to fill 100% of the allotted RSVP spots and generate a waitlist, demonstrating the strong interest graduate students have in mental health initiatives and professional development opportunities.

As a result, 23 new gatekeepers from UNCW are now equipped to recognize the warning signs of su***de, provide support, and connect individuals with appropriate resources.

The overwhelming response underscores our graduate community’s commitment to promoting mental health awareness, strengthening peer support, and building an environment where students are prepared to help others. - LaTisha London

Diversity and equity matter at UNCW‼️ During the "Diversity Event" on April 9th, the DEI Chair emphasized the pressing need for more diversity at UNCW, including the Graduate School. Take a look at these statistics from

Beyond the cultural centers, students have expressed that they want to see an increase in inclusivity across campus. This includes the professors, and faculty!

Did you know that 72% of graduate students are distance learners? The DEI chair has also advocated for more virtual learning opportunities and events for students. We'd like to have more support for educatees, who attend remotely; especially an expansion of resources for those outside of the Wilmington, NC area!

If you'd like to make your voice heard, please reach out to the Graduate School (info on the last slide) to share your concerns about diversity, equity, and inclusion.

is hosting a webinar today at 2 PM. Educators, parents, and TA's at UNCW alike can benefit from it. 🔗 in bio, RSVP required.

Participants will leave with:

1. An understanding of how community school principles can be leveraged to address the root causes of chronic absenteeism.

2.Examples of successful ways in which community schools have built supportive learning environments where students feel safe, engaged, and excited to learn.

3.Best practices in partnering with community organizations to support students’ learning and development.

On 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟮𝗻𝗱, the Graduate Student Association will host an in- person QPR (𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗱𝗲, 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿) su***de prevention workshop. 𝗤𝗣𝗥 is an evidence-based su***de risk reduction training designed to prepare individuals on how to respond effectively when someone may be at risk. Led by 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗸, 𝗟𝗖𝗦𝗪, and 𝗗𝗿. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗣𝗵𝗗, of the UNCW Counseling Center.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱:
▪️Earn a 𝗤𝗣𝗥 certificate to acknowledge your training, enhance your resume, and LinkedIn profile.
▪️Enjoy a complimentary dinner as part of this learning experience.
▪️Gain knowledge aligned with the mission of the QPR Institute: "𝑾𝒆 𝑪𝒂𝒏 𝑨𝒍𝒍 𝑺𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝑳𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒔."
▪️Use this opportunity to 𝙫𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙐𝙉𝘾𝙒 𝙘𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙪𝙨 and meet other Graduate Students!

Spots are limited! Scan the QR code on the bottom right of the flyer or Register using the 🔗 in bio.

"Presented by GSA"

Join us 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟵𝘁𝗵 | 𝟲:𝟯𝟬–𝟳:𝟯𝟬 𝗣𝗠 during our regular GSA meeting for an inspiring virtual spoken word performance by author and poet 🎤 in 🅲🅴🅻🅴🅱🆁🅰🆃🅸🅾🅽 🅾🅵 🅳🅸🆅🅴🆁🆂🅸🆃🆈 🅼🅾🅽🆃🅷! Q&A will follow!

📲 ͟T͟h͟e͟ ͟p͟e͟r͟f͟o͟r͟m͟a͟n͟c͟e͟ ͟w͟i͟l͟l͟ ͟s͟t͟r͟e͟a͟m͟ ͟l͟i͟v͟e͟ ͟o͟n͟ ͟I͟n͟s͟t͟a͟g͟r͟a͟m͟͟ ↔️ for the best viewing experience, please follow both IG accounts & .

📍 🆃🅷🅸🆂 🅴🆅🅴🅽🆃 🆆🅸🅻🅻 🆃🅰️🅺🅴 🅿️🅻🅰️🅲🅴 in the Visualization and Analysis Lab, a space designed for immersive experiences. It is equipped with advanced visual display technology and in-room audio.

ɪɴ-ᴘᴇʀꜱᴏɴ ᴀᴛᴛᴇɴᴅᴇᴇꜱ ᴡɪʟʟ ᴇɴᴊᴏʏ:
A variety snack table/drinks 🥪🍬🍇🥦
Live viewing of the stream on the smart board 🖥.

𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗭𝗼𝗼𝗺:

"𝘓𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘦𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘰𝘯𝘦; 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘫𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯, 𝘰𝘯 𝘐𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮, 𝘰𝘳 𝘷𝘪𝘢 𝘡𝘰𝘰𝘮!”

📌Approximately 72% of graduate students are distant learners. This is a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiative event to ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate!

-LaTisha London

Thank you to everyone who attended and those who showed a genuine interest in the Sound Bath event on Saturday. The event was a success! 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙖 266% 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙚𝙨 from the previous fall session, highlighting the growing need for students to explore unique ways to support their mental health and well-being.

𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝟳𝟮% 𝗼𝗳 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲, I've committed to creating more inclusive opportunities for those of us outside the Wilmington area, ensuring equity initiatives are met.

Please be on the lookout for upcoming events, including a special virtual performance from Spoken Word Artist as well as other opportunities open to UNCW graduate students beyond the university.
- 𝓛𝓪𝓣𝓲𝓼𝓱𝓪 𝓛𝓸𝓷𝓭𝓸𝓷

📱UNCW students are invited to join two virtual events happening this week at higher education institutions! 💻

1️⃣ Howard University
📅 Today, March 30th | 🕖 7:00–8:30 PM ET
In honor of Women’s History Month, join an executive roundtable discussion hosted by the Howard School of Business.
🔗https://tinyurl.com/3zytntn8

2️⃣ Columbia University – Conflict Resolution
📅 April 2 | 🕛 12:00–1:00 PM ET
Learn strategies for effective negotiation and conflict resolution.
🔗https://tinyurl.com/khv7fywn

📝 RSVP is free 🎟 and open to all students!

- LaTisha London

Celebrate Women’s History Month with us! 🎉

The Graduate Student Association invites you to a virtual Relaxing Sound Bath Experience with a Reiki healer and sound therapist .

🗓 Saturday, March 28
🕑 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
🎶 Sound Bath w/
🎓 Presented by the Graduate Student Association

Registration is required.
Please scan the QR code or use RSVP 🔗 ⬇️ https://uncw.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2u7Al4hMFAVT3gi

Come for an amazing experience, and celebrate the power of wellness during Women’s History Month. 🌿

📌***This is an inclusive event for everyone.

-LaTisha London